Back 4 Blood

 PlayStation 5
User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 221 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 94 out of 221
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 221
  3. Negative: 92 out of 221
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  1. truegamer949
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    Great game. I was such a fan of Left 4 Dead and Back 4 Blood and this game hasn't disappointed!
    The gameplay is fun, and guns feel really solid. I also really like the card system, although it's early days figuring it out but it adds a nice dynamic I think other players will really enjoy.
  2. bangingbang
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    The game modernises the zombie wave shooter with more depth introduced using the card system which makes the game way more replayable. Not to mention the level Bar room blitz is one of my favourite ever gaming moments with my friends.
  3. pieguard
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    This game oozes all of the things that I loved about the original left 4 dead games with a lot of graphical and gameplay improvements. Idk why everyone is complaining about the card system. I like it and think it makes play more dynamic between runs. Definitely adds replay value. Just PLEASE let us access the store in safe houses while people are in the process of joining.
  4. Xavier1415
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    this game is amazing having the time of my life with this game. it scratches my L4d itch. well done!
  5. Samyar91
    Feb 12, 2022
    10
    To me it’s 10..after Returnal this is the game that I enjoyed and spend thousand hours and going to spend more..I love everything about it.the art design..music..atmosphere..gunplay and gameplay..everything is perfect..two thumbs up!can’t wait for the dlc’s.
  6. RandomWyrd
    Oct 11, 2021
    10
    All I ever wanted from L4D was a reason to play each level more than once, and finally B4B has enough variables, build customization, and progression system to make that worthwhile. I love being able to change my build with the card system, grab a gun and attachments I want, and then play MY way.

    Level variety and mission objectives are generally way better than I expected. Great game,    All I ever wanted from L4D was a reason to play each level more than once, and finally B4B has enough variables, build customization, and progression system to make that worthwhile. I love being able to change my build with the card system, grab a gun and attachments I want, and then play MY way.

    Level variety and mission objectives are generally way better than I expected. Great game, having a blast.    … Expand
  7. Thebrah
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    This is a great game, the graphics are really good and the gameplay is amazing. The card set up is a great idea too. Overall a really well put together game and having a blast playing it.
  8. StepHD
    Oct 9, 2021
    10
    I was waiting for a game like this for years, a old school genre pioneered by the same team with Left 4 Dead but with some improvements in 2021, the cards system really adds to the replay ability and its fun to mess around like creating a Left 4 Dead no aiming and sprinting deck.

    Level have good variations for launch, can't eait to see more! Microtransactions beign only cosmetics its    I was waiting for a game like this for years, a old school genre pioneered by the same team with Left 4 Dead but with some improvements in 2021, the cards system really adds to the replay ability and its fun to mess around like creating a Left 4 Dead no aiming and sprinting deck.

    Level have good variations for launch, can't eait to see more!

    Microtransactions beign only cosmetics its something to love while beign able to unlock more stuff by playing too!

    Expectations met, i just love it and cant get enough of it!

    Back to slaying ridden i go!     … Expand
  9. CloudXz
    Oct 18, 2021
    10
    This Game has not the best Graphic's etc. But i have so much Fun with it. It is simpel and Fun.
  10. abood92
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    its very funny with friends with good quilty game and with support trigger and many weapon and 3 moods with 4 level with every level 8 chapters
  11. Crews620
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Game is really fun to play with friends and the cards give it replay value and make every playthrew different.
  12. Joeboy
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    He jugado a todos los Left 4 Dead y he de decir que este juego tiene toda su esencia y lo estoy disfrutando como un niño. Quitando el modo pvp para mi el mejor shooter de zombis de la generacion.
  13. Gobtholemew
    Oct 12, 2021
    10
    What can I say, Left4Dead 2 was the game where I met some of my best friends, I was really worried the wouldn’t capture what made it a great game but they did, great game, awesome with friends, delivers exactly what it promised.
    Thanks you so much for the nostalgia feeling!
  14. ReviewTheMaster
    Oct 14, 2021
    10
    * 9 special zombies you can play for.
    * Weapon variety, rarity and customization.
    * Passive stats customization through cards system which are easily unlocked through gameplay.
    * Maps variety.
    * Gameplay is smooth and responsive.

    Overall a solid and fun game.
  15. valfr7e
    Oct 13, 2021
    10
    Insanely fun, super well produced, the card system adds an interesting level of depth to the gameplay, always feel different and even more fun to see how toxic Playstation fans want to make it sh*t just because it came out on day 1 on game pass
  16. Vitao_Guitar
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Como grande fã de left 4 dead, posso dizer, que back 4 blood superou minhas expectativas, excelente jogo cheio de easter eggs remetendo l4D para matar aquela saudade, uma coisa para ressaltar l4D2 quando lançou foi extremamente mal recebido, e as cartas não é bixo de nove cabeças, é algo inovador para franquia, deixando qualquer partida única, vc que reclama das cartas acha complicado,Como grande fã de left 4 dead, posso dizer, que back 4 blood superou minhas expectativas, excelente jogo cheio de easter eggs remetendo l4D para matar aquela saudade, uma coisa para ressaltar l4D2 quando lançou foi extremamente mal recebido, e as cartas não é bixo de nove cabeças, é algo inovador para franquia, deixando qualquer partida única, vc que reclama das cartas acha complicado, pfvr use 2 neurônios pfvr… Expand
  17. Hockeydef
    Dec 31, 2021
    10
    This is a super fun game, the card system is a great add. The graphics, and gameplay mechanics as very well done also. I am assuming the people that rated it as 0 have never played the game and just have a hate for it, for some reason.
  18. Xanth68
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    Love the Game, Back 4 Blood is the new Left 4 Dead with so many potential. Love to play it, best Coop Zombie Game of the last years
  19. augustwo
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    Left 4 Dead is legendary we all know that. But Back 4 Blood is too. I have not had this much fun playing a new game with friends since Fortnite first came out. Or back with I used to play Halo with friends all the time. I definitely recommend B4B...you won't regret the purchase.
  20. muyfresco
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    Es más un remake del left for dead que un titulo con personalidad propia pero es tan divertido como el anterior.... Lo estoy disfrutando con mis amigos como el anterior.. asik para mi es un titulo que me dara muchas de diversión.
  21. MinePlay512
    Oct 8, 2021
    9
    So all in all, it may not be Left 4 Dead and while there are things missing, in the end however, Back 4 Blood is a very good game that is worth the time to play and recommend.
  22. SikenTeletub
    Jan 14, 2022
    9
    Turtle Rock Studios is a studio with not much of a respected past due to their failed games such as Evolve. Back 4 Blood is a game which had big shoes to fill as it is the successor of the legendary Left 4 Dead series. As much as I can understand the concept of comparing these 2 games I also feel like they should not be precisely compared. Back 4 Blood is being criticised to its smallestTurtle Rock Studios is a studio with not much of a respected past due to their failed games such as Evolve. Back 4 Blood is a game which had big shoes to fill as it is the successor of the legendary Left 4 Dead series. As much as I can understand the concept of comparing these 2 games I also feel like they should not be precisely compared. Back 4 Blood is being criticised to its smallest details such as not being able to open a fridge in B4B while being able to in L4D etc. Ofc small details are important in game however they are not necessarily carrying that big of an importance on the actual game. Looking at the game from a fair point of view I can say the following.

    Pros:
    * Visually appealing art style and graphics
    * Satisfying combat and slaying
    * A difficult game in general (pro and a con depending on the person)
    * Replayability to some extent (an average player can easily have 50+ hrs in the game without getting bored)
    * 2 very different type of game modes

    Cons:
    * Character and weapon customization is exteremely limited.
    * Currently only 8 playable cleaners which most are pretty similar to each other.
    * No split screen co-op (I think it would be a really nice addition)

    Turtle Rock have brought some new game improvements and brought down the difficulty of the game slightly which is a good thing. I do believe that the game currently is a very enjoyable and a very fun game, especially to play with friends. I also believe that Turtle Rock will radically improve the game through time.    … Expand
  23. Just_Jack
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    It definitely is not left 4 dead despite its best efforts but ignoring that hop in with some friends and you will have that "Oh it's 2 am already?" moment
  24. Julio2552
    Oct 12, 2021
    9
    The performance may not be very good but, damn it's pretty fun with friends
  25. ProStone88
    Oct 13, 2021
    9
    Overall good representation of what a left 4 dead game should be for newer gen consoles. The controls are a bit clunky to get used to. But overall gaming with friends is a blast and plenty of difficulty to keep u playing. The cards are a good addition to the game play mechanics. It can make or break a good or bad run.
  26. WardenBLKBeard
    Oct 14, 2021
    9
    If you love Left 4 Dead this is the game for you!! Mechanics are great story line is fun. Guns work pretty well. I really enjoy the card system which definitely can be to your advantage or disadvantage depending on the corruption cards and what cards you choose to counter them. It does not have a extremely hard learning curve. If you like killing zombies and having a good time with 3 ofIf you love Left 4 Dead this is the game for you!! Mechanics are great story line is fun. Guns work pretty well. I really enjoy the card system which definitely can be to your advantage or disadvantage depending on the corruption cards and what cards you choose to counter them. It does not have a extremely hard learning curve. If you like killing zombies and having a good time with 3 of your closest friends this is it right here. I 100% recommend downloading this and playing it.… Expand
  27. KATOK88
    Jan 21, 2022
    9
    Game is pretty good, technically it's almost perfect, I haven't seen any critical bugs at all. Gameplay is 8/10, deck building mechanic provides pretty good replayability. It was really surprising to find a lot of free content in game (player and guns skins mostly). PVP mode differs from L4D pretty much, but after a couple of hours you would like it. I'm still looking forward to adding inGame is pretty good, technically it's almost perfect, I haven't seen any critical bugs at all. Gameplay is 8/10, deck building mechanic provides pretty good replayability. It was really surprising to find a lot of free content in game (player and guns skins mostly). PVP mode differs from L4D pretty much, but after a couple of hours you would like it. I'm still looking forward to adding in this game a classic PVP mode like it was in L4D. Honestly, I'm wondering why rating of this game here is so low, maybe those guys just didn't give this game a chance… Expand
  28. BBQTuck
    Oct 13, 2021
    8
    You'll definitely love this game if you loved Left 4 Dead, because it's essentially the same thing just slightly updated.

    An '8' is about as high as I can go, as there really isn't anything all that innovative about it. But overall it's good simple fun.
  29. SilverMummy
    Oct 30, 2021
    8
    This is a very addicting game. Strong co-op and overall a fun zombie game. It is very hard and sometimes it can be overwhelming but as co-op is concerned it could not be a better team work zombie game.
  30. MAFIOZOS3
    Jun 11, 2023
    8
    Great continuation of the L4D series!
    The expansions adds many additions such as new weapons, new infected types, two ACT campaigns and more varied scenery.
    Anyone who liked Left 4 Dead, or likes zombie shooters in general, should definitely give this one a go.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 22 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. PLAY
    Nov 17, 2021
    80
    The main game is a beautifully balanced blast of team-shooter perfection. Who needs a story when the action is this good? It’s only let down by unnecessary PvP. [Issue#8, p.82]
  2. XGN
    Nov 8, 2021
    80
    Turtle Rock Studios has once again created a fantastic co-op shooter with Back 4 Blood. The game is good when playing solo, but amazing when playing with three friends. The gameplay, characters, and card system make the game dynamic and create another dimension for us to enjoy. These things are so great, making the cookie-cutter story and the repetitiveness of the environments just a bit more painful and unfortunately, these elements hold the game back.
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  3. PlayStation LifeStyle
    Nov 2, 2021
    85
    Back 4 Blood is a great game when played with other people, truly evoking the spirit of Left 4 Dead for a new generation of gamers. This time there’s the incentive of a progression system to keep players coming back, although the Corruption Cards don’t always make those repeated playthroughs as unique as they should. For those wanting to play on their own, it would be best to wait until the game has been patched to include single player progress. Hopefully that shouldn’t be too much longer.
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